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Iran's Water Crisis: Dams Dry Up, Rationing Looms

12/9/2025

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  • Iran faces a severe water crisis as rivers and lakes dry from climate change and mismanagement.
  • The Zayandeh Rud River often runs dry, and Amir Kabir Dam's reservoir sits at 8% capacity.
  • Experts warn that without significant changes in water management, most of Iran's dams may never refill.
  • The government continues building new dams, with President Masoud Pezeshkian warning Tehran could face water rationing.